NYC Warehouse Market Overview
New York City's industrial market remains one of the tightest in the country, with vacancy rates consistently below 5% across Brooklyn and Queens. Demand for warehouse space continues to be driven by e-commerce fulfillment, cold storage, and last-mile distribution operations that require proximity to 8+ million consumers.
Limited new construction and ongoing residential conversions have reduced the available industrial inventory over the past decade. This supply constraint has pushed warehouse sale prices higher, making acquisition timing and market knowledge critical factors for buyers evaluating NYC industrial assets.
< 5%
Avg Vacancy
8-12%
YoY Price Growth
BK / QN / BX
Key Markets
8M+
Population Served
Warehouse & Industrial Listings
1354 active listings
Industrial
583 Liberty Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
583 Liberty Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
15,000 SF
Industrial
848 East 43rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210
848 East 43rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
17,500 SF
Industrial
4302 Glenwood Road, Brooklyn NY 11210
4302 Glenwood Road, Brooklyn NY 11210, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
19,500 SF
Industrial
801 East 136th Street, Bronx, NY 10454
801 East 136th Street, Bronx, NY 10454, Bronx
Undisclosed
20,500 SF
Industrial
33-00 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
33-00 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
Undisclosed
23,566 SF
Industrial
134-19 33rd Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354
134-19 33rd Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354, Flushing
Undisclosed
25,000 SF
Industrial
18-45 Steinway Street, Astoria, NY 11105
18-45 Steinway Street, Astoria, NY 11105, Astoria
Undisclosed
26,000 SF
Industrial
300 Liberty Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
300 Liberty Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
27,800 SF
Industrial
1776 Hoe Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460
1776 Hoe Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460, Bronx
Undisclosed
28,000 SF
Industrial
43-01 39th Street, Long Island City, NY 11104
43-01 39th Street, Long Island City, NY 11104, Long Island City
Undisclosed
12,500 SF
Industrial
51-23/35 34th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
51-23/35 34th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101, Long Island City
Undisclosed
12,500 SF
Industrial
285 Calyer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222
285 Calyer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
15,000 SF
Industrial
450 Austin Place, Bronx, NY 10455
450 Austin Place, Bronx, NY 10455, Bronx
Undisclosed
30,000 SF
Industrial
610-650 Tiffany Street, Bronx, NY 10474
610-650 Tiffany Street, Bronx, NY 10474, Bronx
Undisclosed
31,000 SF
Industrial
134 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
134 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
32,300 SF
Industrial
29 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232
29 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
35,000 SF
Industrial
1014 Stanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
1014 Stanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
40,000 SF
Industrial
802 Georgia Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
802 Georgia Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207, Brooklyn
Undisclosed
84,552 SF
Industrial
2505 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10465
2505 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10465, Bronx
Undisclosed
244,208 SF
Industrial
5333-5337 Preston Ct, Brooklyn, NY - Unit 2
5333-5337 Preston Ct, Canarsie, Brooklyn, NY 11234, Canarsie
Undisclosed
6,000 SF
Industrial
2300 E 69th St - 15,275 sf w/ 98,563 sf Land
2300 E 69th, Bergen Beach, Brooklyn, NY 11234, Bergen Beach
Undisclosed
15,275 SF
Industrial
5830 Grand Ave - 22,269 sf
5830 Grand Ave, Maspeth, Queens, NY 11378, Maspeth
Undisclosed
22,269 SF
Industrial
144 Pilling Street, Brooklyn, NY
144 Pilling St, Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY 11207, Bushwick
Undisclosed
24,000 SF
Industrial
5801-5823 2nd Ave - 52,000 sf
5801-5823 2nd Ave, Sunset Park, Brooklyn, NY 11220, Sunset Park
Undisclosed
52,000 SF
Market data provided by LoopNet and CommercialCafe. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Why Work With a Broker for Warehouse Acquisitions
NYC's industrial market moves fast. Many warehouse transactions happen off-market or through established broker networks before properties reach public listing platforms. Working with a commercial real estate broker who specializes in industrial assets gives you access to deal flow that most buyers never see.
A broker also provides critical due diligence support: zoning verification, environmental Phase I/II coordination, lease audit review for tenanted assets, and comparable sale analysis. For warehouse properties specifically, understanding building specifications like clear height, column spacing, power capacity, and loading configurations can make or break the investment thesis.
At SymCRG, we combine on-the-ground borough knowledge with a proprietary data platform covering 850,000+ NYC parcels. This means we can identify warehouse opportunities, underwrite them quickly, and help you move with confidence in a competitive market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the typical price ranges for warehouses in NYC?
Warehouse prices in NYC vary significantly by borough and condition. In Brooklyn and Queens, industrial properties generally range from $200 to $500+ per square foot for sales. Prices in Manhattan and waterfront areas trend higher due to rezoning potential and land value. Cap rates for income-producing warehouse assets typically fall between 4% and 7%, depending on location, tenant quality, and lease terms.
Which NYC boroughs have the most warehouse inventory?
Queens and Brooklyn hold the largest concentration of warehouse and industrial inventory in NYC. Key corridors include the Maspeth/Ridgewood industrial area, Long Island City, East New York, Sunset Park, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard perimeter. The Bronx, particularly Hunts Point and Port Morris, also offers significant industrial stock at comparatively lower price points.
What should I look for when buying a warehouse in New York City?
Key factors include ceiling clear height (16 feet or higher is preferred for logistics), loading dock count and configuration, floor load capacity, truck access and proximity to highways, zoning designation (M1, M2, or M3), and environmental condition. Buyers should also evaluate whether the property sits in an Industrial Business Zone (IBZ), which protects against residential rezoning and may offer tax incentives.
How does zoning affect warehouse purchases in NYC?
NYC manufacturing zones (M1, M2, M3) govern what uses are permitted in industrial buildings. M1 zones allow light manufacturing and some commercial uses. M2 and M3 zones permit heavier industrial operations. Some warehouse properties sit in mixed-use or special districts that allow residential conversion, which can significantly increase land value. Always verify zoning with the NYC Department of City Planning before purchasing.